we could use the rain in an extreme job -- we could use the rain because we are in need of rain. not in the worst category, but close. we have northerly winds becoming cooler and drier and not as hot as we had yesterday. yesterday was 85 and today closer to 80 degrees. upper 70's further west and northwest in the immediate metro area. >> now, high pressure will move off shore. that will put us in southerly winds and that means high temperatures near 90. a slight chance of a few late-day showers wednesday and thursday. now let's go to lisa with the commute. >> we are in fabulous shape as far as beltway photographic. -- we are in fabulous shape as far as beltway traffic. quickly i'll jump over to one of the cameras thanks to geico. always see more action on the outer loop in the morning from 95 past coal spill road. alison? >>> for all you "dancing with the stars "fans, the new season kicks off tonight. bristol palin, david hasselhoff and others will be there to compete for the mirror ball trophy. i love it. i know you are not necessarily their demographic. >> no, and i get to hear